Chapter 370: Unfavorable Views
Chapter 370: Unfavorable Views
November 12, 2024
"Good morning, Director."
"Good morning, Master Jiang!"
"Good morning, Master Jiang."
The next morning.
Not long after Jiang Cheng and Gu Changkong set off, they encountered several alchemists.
The alchemists gave a symbolic greeting to Gu Changkong and quickly gathered around Jiang Cheng.
"Master Jiang, I heard that someone broke into the alchemy chamber yesterday, trying to harm you. Are you alright?"
"Yes, Master Jiang, did you get injured?"
"It must be those people from the Dawn Society again! They're going too far, even after Master Jiang has withdrawn, they still won't leave him alone!"
The alchemists were filled with righteous indignation.
Jiang Cheng's background was no longer a secret within the neighborhood.
After all, with so many wanted notices posted outside, anyone who cared to inquire could easily find out.
Jiang Cheng felt a little overwhelmed by the alchemists' enthusiasm and hurriedly waved his hands.
"It's fine, it's fine."
"As long as you're okay, that person's audacity is too much, daring to come here to kill!"
"That's right! Counting the previous time, this is already the second time!"
"Fortunately, our Director Gu is capable. Those two waves of troublemakers were all killed."
The alchemists' gazes then fell on Gu Changkong.
"Director, we must teach that Dawn Society a lesson!"
"Yes, we can't let them repeatedly harm Master Jiang!"
Gu Changkong quickly agreed.
He couldn't help but feel amused inside.
The alchemists looked at each other, and finally, Xu Hai coughed, "Master Jiang, over half a month ago, you gave us a lecture on alchemy, and we all gained a lot from it. But recently, we've encountered some problems, can you spare another day to guide us?"
"Yes, yes, Master Jiang."
The others chimed in agreement.
"Alright, wait for a couple of days."
Jiang Cheng knew that this sudden concern was purposeful.
However, for the sake of Gu Changkong's face, he wouldn't refuse.
"In a couple of days?"
"So that's the third day?"
"Alright, alright, then we have a deal. Thank you, Master Jiang."
"Yes, yes, thank you, Master Jiang."
The alchemists smiled, unable to contain their excitement.
Gu Changkong, standing nearby, couldn't help but smile as well.
If this was a hint from Gu Changkong, Jiang Cheng would definitely not refuse.
But in this situation, Jiang Cheng willingly agreeing was the best outcome.
The group entered the building, and Jiang Cheng, surrounded by the alchemists, headed towards the alchemy chamber.
Gu Changkong watched as the alchemists left, staying behind as a precaution. He would remain here for the following period.
Moreover, judging by the time, that person should be arriving soon.
Less than half an hour later, an elderly man in his fifties or sixties appeared at the laboratory building's entrance.
The next moment, Gu Changkong appeared and respectfully escorted the elder to an empty room.
"Elder Zou, please have some tea."
Gu Changkong presented a cup of hot tea with both hands.
"No need to be so polite."
The elder with the surname Zou glanced at Gu Changkong, "I'm just a second-rank GrandMindbender, with limited abilities. If the person who comes is too strong, I won't be able to do anything. But with the money you've given me, if you agree, I'll stay. If you disagree, then forget it."
To be honest, the reason he agreed to Gu Changkong was partly due to the money and partly because he had cooperated with Gu Changkong many times, knowing the latter to be a reliable person.
Otherwise, he had no intention of getting involved in this matter, no matter what.
"No problem."
Gu Changkong readily agreed.
"Elder Zou, you can act according to the situation. If the person who comes is truly too powerful, I won't say anything."
"Hmm."
The elder with the surname Zou nodded.
"Your word is enough."
"Elder Zou."
Gu Changkong wanted to say something more.
But the other party raised their hand and said, "There's no need to repeat what we discussed earlier. I'm used to my freedom and don't like being constrained."
Gu Changkong could only sigh.
Indeed, he had intended to recruit the other party.
Even if it meant paying several times the amount, it didn't matter, as long as Jiang Cheng stayed out of trouble. These investments were insignificant.
However, just like before, he was rejected.
"Which room is that kid in?"
"Number 19."
The elder with the surname Zou immediately used his psychic energy to look towards Room 19.
Jiang Cheng, who was in the midst of alchemy, immediately sensed it.
But this sensation came and went quickly.
As the elder with the surname Zou retracted his psychic energy, his eyebrows furrowed slightly.
This person, he felt a bit familiar?
That's right, he had seen him in the black market.
The most memorable encounter was when this kid had a conflict with a woman, who even tried to attack him, but was stopped at the critical moment.
Later, he seemed to have joined a small group of Mind Masters, and then, he turned around and joined the black market?
"No wonder I haven't seen him in the black market these past few times."
The elder with the surname Zou thought to himself.
He couldn't tell that this kid was an alchemy genius, worthy of Gu Changkong's attention.
It was just a pity that he had chosen the wrong side.
"I understand. I'll keep an eye on things for you."
"Thank you, Elder Zou."
Gu Changkong thanked him again, "Then I won't disturb you further, Elder Zou."
After saying this, he stood up, opened the door, and left.
Indeed, this elder was the Grandmaster who helped maintain order in the black market on the first and fifteenth of every month.
Although he was only a Second Rank Grandmaster, the psychic weapon he wielded was the top-tier S-Class psychic weapon, capable of harming even a Third Rank Grandmaster. With this person's help, Gu Changkong would face slightly less pressure in the future.
However, he also knew his fifth brother well; as long as he had leverage, he wouldn't go back on his side.
Meanwhile, the elder with the surname Zou in Room 19 shook his head.
To be honest, he didn't have high hopes for Gu Changkong.
If Gu Changlin had invited him, he would have agreed without hesitation. After all, the former had a high probability of becoming the next head of the Gu Family, and even now, he could offer much more than Gu Changkong.
Unfortunately, while he admired the other party, the feeling wasn't mutual. After all, he was too old, and at his age, he was only a Second Rank Mind Master.
As for the person in Room 19...
The better he was at alchemy, the less Gu Changkong could protect him.
Competition within the great families was extremely ruthless; even between blood brothers, they would kill each other, let alone half-brothers.
Once an opportunity or a sign of talent appeared, others wouldn't let it slip by, unless they were fools. Was Gu Changlin a fool? Obviously not.
"Forget it, these things have nothing to do with me. I'm just here to make some money. If there's a powerful person, I'll try to stop them, and if I can't, then so be it."
He laughed at himself, closed his eyes, and began to cultivate.
(End of Chapter)
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